Life is Life!

The Season of Traditions, Family, Friends a Bit of Stress and Dysfunction

Brian Blackburn, Chase Peckham, Felipe Arevalo Season 7 Episode 166

In today's episode, Chase and Phil discuss the holiday season and the stress and challenges that come with it. They talk about keeping traditions alive, navigating different family traditions, and adjusting to changes in family dynamics. They also share coping strategies for dealing with holiday stress and dysfunctional family gatherings. The hosts reflect on their own holiday traditions and share a humorous story about a dysfunctional family sundae. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Takeaways

  • The holiday season can be stressful and challenging, especially when it comes to navigating different family traditions and adjusting to changes in family dynamics.
  • Coping strategies for dealing with holiday stress include reaching out to family and friends for support, creating new traditions, and finding ways to prioritize self-care.
  • Scheduling conflicts can arise during the holiday season, but it's important to communicate and find a balance between different social commitments.
  • Personal holiday traditions can vary greatly, and it's important to find what works best for you and your family.
  • Humor can be a helpful tool for coping with dysfunctional family gatherings and diffusing tension.

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